2001 TOYOTA PRIUS Service Repair Manual

MA048±01
S01303
Dust Cover
± MAINTENANCECHASSIS
MA±7
60 Author: Date:
2001 PRIUS (RM778U)
CHASSIS
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE
(a) Check the steering wheel freeplay. (See page SR±3)
(b) Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
Check that:

Tie rod ends do not have excessive play.

Dust seals and boots are not damaged.

Boot clamps are not loose.
2. INSPECT SRS AIRBAG (See page RS±2)
3. INSPECT STEERING GEAR HOUSING OIL
Check the steering gear housing for oil leakage.
4. INSPECT DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS
Check the drive shaft boots for clamp looseness, leakage or
damage.
5. INSPECT BALL JOINTS AND DUST COVERS
(a) Inspect the ball joints for excessive looseness.

Jack up the front of the vehicle and place wooden
blocks with a height of 180 ± 200 mm (7.09 ± 7.87
in.) under the front tires.

Lower the jack until there is about half a load on the
front coil spring. Place stands under the vehicle for
safety.

Check that the front wheels are pointing straight
ahead, and block them with chocks.

Using a lever, pry up the end of the lower arm, and
check the amount of play.
Maximum ball joint vertical play: 0 mm (0 in.)
If there is play, replace the ball joint.
(b) Check the dust cover for damage.
6. CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL (FLUID)
Visually check the transaxle for oil (fluid) leakage.
If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair.
7. REPLACE TRANSAXLE OIL (FLUID)
Replace the transaxle oil (See page HT±26).

P21235
MA049±01
F12933
F12919
MA±8
± MAINTENANCEBODY
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2001 PRIUS (RM778U)
BODY
INSPECTION
1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
Tighten these parts:

Front seat mount bolts
Torque: 37 N´m (375 kgf´cm, 27 ft´lbf)

Front suspension member±to±body mounting bolts
Torque:
Bolt A: 113 N´m (1,150 kgf´cm, 83 ft´lbf)
Bolt B: 157 N´m (1,600 kgf´cm, 116 ft´lbf)

Rear suspension member±to±body mounting nuts
Torque: 90 N´m (918 kgf´cm, 66 ft´lbf)
2. FINAL INSPECTION
(a) Check the operation of the body parts:

Hood:
Auxiliary catch operate properly
Hood locks securely when closed

Front and rear doors:
Door lock operates properly
Doors close properly

Luggage compartment door:
Door lock operates properly

Seats:
Seat adjusts easily and locks securely in any posi-
tion
Front seat back locks securely in any position
Folding±down rear seat backs lock securely
(b) Road test:

Check the engine and chassis for abnormal noises.

Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to
one side.

Check that the brake work properly and do not drag.
(c) Be sure to deliver a clean car. especially check:

Steering wheel

Shift lever knob

All switch knobs

Door handles

Seats

PP0E6±02
± PREPARATIONMAINTENANCE
PP±1
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2001 PRIUS (RM778U)
MAINTENANCE
EQUIPMENT
MirrorBrake hose
Torque wrench

PP3AW±01
PP±2
± PREPARATIONENGINE MECHANICAL
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ENGINE MECHANICAL
SST (Special Service Tools)
09032±00100Oil Pan Seal Cutter
09201±01055Valve Guide Bushing Remover & Re
placer 5.5
09201±41020Valve Stem Oil Seal Replacer
09202±70020Valve Spring Compressor
(09202±00010)Attachment
09213±70010Crankshaft Pulley Holding Tool
09221±25026Piston Pin Remover & Replacer
(09221±00021)Body
(09221±00030)Spring
(09221±00141)Guide H
(09221±00150)Bushing ºDº
(09221±00190)Guide ºKº

± PREPARATIONENGINE MECHANICAL
PP±3
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09222±30010Connecting Rod Bushing Remover
& Replacer
09223±15030Oil Seal & Bearing Replacer
09330±00021Companion Flange Holding Tool
09612±22011Tilt Handle Bearing Replacer
09950±50012Puller C Set
(09951±05010)Hanger 150
(09952±05010)Slide Arm
(09953±05020)Center Bolt 150
(09954±05020)Claw No.2
09950±70010Handle Set
(09951±07100)Handle 100
09301±00110Clutch Guide Tool

PP2FB±02
PP±4
± PREPARATIONENGINE MECHANICAL
2001 PRIUS (RM778U)
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
09090±04020Engine Sling Device
09200±00010Engine Adjust Kit .
09258±00030Hose Plug Set .